Stephen Sturgess is a London-based teacher and spiritual healer who studied under renowned masters in both India and England. His approach is heavily influenced by the of Paramhansa Yogananda, emphasizing Raja Yoga (the "Royal Path" of meditation). Reviewers often note his "decidedly non-provocative" tone, which makes ancient concepts accessible to a modern audience without losing their spiritual heart. Target Audience & Reception Go to product viewer dialog for this item. The Yoga Book: A Practical Guide to Self -Realization
Meditation and the state of meditative absorption/self-realization.
Sturgess dedicates individual chapters to each of the eight limbs, providing a systematic journey from ethical foundations to ultimate liberation: The Yoga Book: A Practical Guide to Self-realiz...
The text explores "Your Inner Universe," including the chakras (energy centers) and nadis (energy channels) to explain how yoga impacts the astral and causal bodies.
Beyond postures, it includes practical advice on purification (fasting), a yogic diet, and mudras (hand gestures). Author Perspective Stephen Sturgess is a London-based teacher and spiritual
by Stephen Sturgess is an authoritative text that bridges the gap between physical yoga and its deeper spiritual foundations. It serves as a comprehensive manual for practitioners seeking to move beyond fitness and into the realm of mental mastery and self-discovery. Core Content and Themes
Withdrawal of senses and mental concentration. Target Audience & Reception Go to product viewer
The book is structured around the , who established the system of yoga over 1,500 years ago.